Femap
| File:DoubleViewLeadingEdge300.jpg Composite Wing Leading Edge Structure Modeled in Femap | |
| Developer(s) | Siemens PLM Software |
|---|---|
| Stable release | V9.3.1
/ May 2007 |
| Operating system | Windows XP |
| Type | Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) software |
| Website | www.femap.com |
Femap is an engineering analysis pre- and postprocessor for the simulation of complex engineering problems using the finite element method. It runs on Microsoft Windows and provides CAD import, modeling and meshing tools to create a finite element model, as well as postprocessing functionality that allows mechanical engineers to interpret analysis results. The finite element method allows engineers to virtually model components, assemblies, or systems to determine behavior under a given set of boundary conditions, and is typically used in the design process to reduce costly prototyping and testing, evaluate differing designs and materials, and for structural optimization to reduce weight.
Product simulation applications include basic strength analysis, frequency and transient dynamic simulation, system-level performance evaluation and advanced response, fluid flow and multi-physics engineering analysis for simulation of functional performance.
Femap is used by engineering organizations and consultants to model complex products, systems and processes including satellites, aircraft, defense electronics, heavy construction equipment, lift cranes, marine vessels and process equipment.
Product Configuration
Standalone Pre- and Postprocessor
Femap
- CATIA v5 CAD Access (add-on)
Bundled Solutions
Femap with NX Nastran (includes statics, nonlinear, heat transfer)
- Dynamics (add-on)
- Advanced Nonlinear (add-on)
- Optimization (add-on)
- Rotor Dynamics (add-on)
- DMAP (add-on)
- Superelements (add-on)
- Aeroelasticity (add-on)
- Structural Analysis Toolkit (add-on)
Femap Thermal Solver
- Femap Advanced Thermal Solver (add-on)
Femap Flow Solver
Femap is licensed as either a nodelocked or floating license application.
History
1985 - ESP founded and Femap originally developed as a pre- and postprocessor to Nastran
1999 - ESP acquired by SDRC
2001 - SDRC acquired by EDS
2004 - Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software suite spun off to form UGS
2007 - UGS acquired by the Automation & Drives Division of Siemens and Siemens PLM Software formed
Femap product development continues as a solver independent and CAD neutral application and is available both standalone with NEi Nastran or bundled with NX Nastran.
Case Studies
| Taking IMAX to the Stars
This engineering firm uses simulation tools to design the support structure for the 555-pound IMAX camera that will be carried aboard the space shuttle Atlantis and taken to the Hubble Space Telescope. |
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| FEA keeps RPC Technologies on Track
This engineering firm shows how essential FEA has become to their design processes. |
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| Rock Solid Femap
This engineering firm uses many different finite element analysis (FEA) solvers but performs all pre- and postprocessing with Femap. |
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| FEA Turns a Good One
Femap with NX Nastran permits more analyses and more complex analyses thus improving the ability to create aggressively priced, highly durable products that are good to go. |
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| Submarine Design Certified on FEA and Sensor Testing
The American Bureau of Shipping certified a submarine solely on the basis of finite element analysis (FEA) and strain sensor testing. |
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Reviews
Al Dean (11-Oct-2006) Femap V9.2 Review MCAD Magazine
Al Dean (26-Apr-2006) Femap V9.1 Review MCAD Magazine
Bill Fane (Jan-2006) Femap V9.1 Review Design Product News
Femap in the Press
Simulating Structural Discontinuities Using Springs
Structural joints in any assembly typically present an abrupt increase or decrease in stiffness compared with the surrounding structure.
Machine Design - Applied Analysis & Technology Inc.
A Few Ideas for Handling Contact in Fasteners
As ever-more-complex assemblies require simulation, more is demanded from simulation software.
Machine Design - Siemens PLM Software
Technology Advances Offer Industry a Boost
Substantial increases in usability and power in the latest FEA packages can offer huge savings in less raw materials used, less weight, stronger product and reduced time to market.
Manufacturing Monthly - Endurasim